Baker Jobs in Pennsylvania

A Baker plays a crucial role in the culinary industry, specializing in the creation and production of a wide variety of breads, pastries, and other baked goods. Typically working in bakeries, restaurants, or hotels, they are responsible for mixing ingredients following recipes, shaping and forming dough, setting oven temperatures, and decorating and presenting baked goods attractively. They must also ensure the quality of the ingredients and maintain cleanliness and sanitation in their workstation. Bakers often work closely with chefs to design and develop new recipes.

Key skills for a Baker include attention to detail, creativity, physical stamina, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Excellent time management skills are also essential, as baking often involves tight schedules and precise timing. In terms of qualifications, although some bakers learn their trade through work experience, many employers prefer candidates with a diploma or degree in baking and pastry arts. Additionally, certification from a recognized culinary institution, such as the Retail Bakers of America, can enhance career prospects. Prior to becoming a Baker, a person may have roles such as a Bakery Assistant, where they assist in basic baking and cleaning tasks, a Pastry Cook, preparing pastries in a restaurant, or a Bread Baker Apprentice, learning the trade under a professional Baker.

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We are searching for experienced Bakers, Baggers and candidates that are willing to train in all areas of operation....

Pastry Chef

  • Monroeville, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Monroeville, PA
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Baker's Assistant

  • Wexford, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • Wexford, PA
  • 19 days ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assemble necessary baking ingredients to prepare for baking operation including all scratch recipes....

Experienced Cake Decorator

  • Evans City, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Evans City, PA
  • 21 days ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Apprentice Cake Decorator

  • Sewickley, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Sewickley, PA
  • 21 days ago

Other main duties include providing training in all aspects of the Bakery Department including Clerk functions and Baker functions and focusing on cake decorating duties for someone with minimal or...

Apprentice Baker

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 23 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 23 days ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assemble necessary baking ingredients to prepare for baking operation including all scratch recipes....

Apprentice Baker

  • Coulters, PA
  • 23 days ago
  • Coulters, PA
  • 23 days ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assemble necessary baking ingredients to prepare for baking operation including all scratch recipes....

Assistant Cake Decorator

  • Cranberry Township, PA
  • 29 days ago
  • Cranberry Township, PA
  • 29 days ago

Other main duties include providing training in all aspects of the Bakery Department including Clerk functions and Baker functions and focusing on cake decorating duties for someone with minimal or...

Baker

  • Bakerstown, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakerstown, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assist in maintaining Bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries....

Experienced Cake Decorator

  • Baden, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baden, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Skilled Baker

  • New Castle, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Castle, PA
  • 1 day ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assist in maintaining Bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries....

Apprentice Baker - BID

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 7 days ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assemble necessary baking ingredients to prepare for baking operation including all scratch recipes....

Cake Decorator

  • East Pittsburgh, PA
  • 28 days ago
  • East Pittsburgh, PA
  • 28 days ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Baker's Assistant

  • Rochester, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, PA
  • 3 days ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assemble necessary baking ingredients to prepare for baking operation including all scratch recipes....

Skilled Cake Decorator

  • Beaver Falls, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Beaver Falls, PA
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Local
National
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Salary for Baker Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
25.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.6%
Master's Degree
3.7%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bakers in Pennsylvania
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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